2021 Virtual Programs

Please scroll to read more about our Arts Academy classes in Art, Dance and Theater; our Music Lessons; and
​our Conservatory Classes.

Arts Academy
Children 3 - 12 years old
​Artistic Director Gabie French Allen

Saturday Programs

​Art
Class Description:
These courses will provide students ages 4 to 12 years old the opportunity to explore the world of the visual arts. Beginning level classes will introduce students to the world of the visual arts
through fun projects. Intermediate classes will build upon the skills students developed in beginning classes to develop new techniques through a variety of media: paint, pencil, clay, etc.
Classes are open to all students. 
Instructor: Luisa Guzman
Class Time(s): 
  • 12:30 pm for ages 9-12
  • 1:30 pm for ages 6-8
  • 2:30 pm for ages 4-5

Ballet I

Class Description:
A beginners level class that introduces the student to the elementary positions of classical ballet, designed to develop awareness of alignment, basic ballet vocabulary & technique. Get
ready to learn the foundation behind becoming a great ballerina or dancer!​
​Instructor: Rhamzi Burke
Class Time(s): 
  • 11:30 am for ages 9-12
  • 12:30 pm for ages 6-8
Creative Movement
Class Description:
This class will combine genres of dance to develop your child’s coordination, as well as their understanding of dance concepts, rhythms, and terminology. Genres covered include modern, hip-hop, creative movement, and other styles from around the world! Creative Movement will ensure that you have a well-rounded young dancer.​
Instructor: Gabie Allen
Class Time(s): 
  • 12:30 pm for age 3
First Company 
Class Description:
An introductory class for young children, 4 and 5 years old, interested in discovering the world of dance. The class is uniquely structured for young children, with fun activities and an engaging
teaching style. Students will engage in dramatic music movement and learn introductory ballet steps. Dance genres covered include ballet, jazz, and lyrical.
Instructor: TBA
Class Time(s): 
  • 1:30 pm for ages 4-5
Theater
Class Description: 
These courses will provide students ages 4 to 12 years old the opportunity to explore the world of theater. Students will learn about acting techniques, improvisation, memorizing lines, voice
projection, and characterization.
Instructor: Rasheem Brown
Class Time(s): 
  • 12:30 pm for ages 4-5
  • 1:30 pm for ages 9-12
  • 2:30 pm for ages 6-8

Wednesday Programs

Afro Beat 
Class Description:
In this class you will learn new Afrobeat steps that will incorporate fun, active footwork, along with high energy rhythms. A range of urban African dances will be covered on a weekly basis including Azonto, Coupé Decalé, Kuduro, Ndombolo and Afro House.
Come join us and have fun while learning the latest afrobeat dance moves.
Instructor: Masem Enyong
Class Time(s): 
  • 3:30 pm for ages K-5 
  • 4:30 pm for ages 6-8
  • 5:30 pm for ages 9-12

Thursday Programs 

Lyrical & Lyrical II 
Lyrical dance is a dance style that incorporates various aspects of ballet, jazz, acrobatics, and modern dance. Lyrical dance encourages dancers to be versatile in their dance expression and
to be able to portray a vast range of movement styles and emotion. It focuses on spacial and body awareness, use of body weight, floor work, leaps, turns, efficiency of muscle usage, and
safe body alignment.
Instructor: Rhamzi Burke
Class Time(s): 
  • Lyrical : 5:30 pm for ages 6-8
  • Lyrical II: 6:30 pm for ages 9-12

Music School 
Children 5 and up / Adults 
Artistic Director Jonathan French

Private music lessons provide students with one-on-one, focused instruction on the instrument of your choice. Voice lessons are also offered. Lessons will be scheduled for a day and time that is agreeable to both student and instructor. Financial Aid is available. We will contact you after registration. When you register, the cost before financial aid will be listed. Final Cost will be between $200-350 based upon the aid given.
Class Time(s):
Flexible days and time

Conservatory
Classes for teens 13 - 18 years old
​Artistic Director Luisa Guzman 

Please register here for Conservatory

The Conservatory program is for teens that are serious about the visual arts, media, music, theater, and dance. Open to all youth ages 13 to 18 in Bridgeport or who attend a Bridgeport school, this program provides intermediate and advanced instruction in various arts disciplines to help participants develop and increase their skills and discover new talents. Students who successfully complete this program provide themselves with the greatest probability of being accepted into the summer paid internship program and qualifying for increased wages.
Class Time(s):
​Classes Available (Schedule Will Be Posted Shortly)
  • Visual Arts
  • Jazz Ensemble
  • Acting/ Theater
  • Dance Ensemble